First Name | Katherine |
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Last Name | Wurtz |
Email Address | Kwurtz@kewconsultants.com |
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Subject | Removing the Operational Requirements for Locomotives |
Comment | The CMP Guidelines currently state that locomotives must be in operation for two years prior to applying for funding. Unfortunately, this requirement excludes many opportunities to upgrade locomotives from unregulated to Tier 4 or better. Owners of locomotives and railroad operators, in the face of this requirement, will place unregulated equipment in-use before considering Tier 4 simply because of the cost differential. IE An unregulated locomotive costs around $250,000 whereas a new Tier 4 locomotive costs upwards of $2,000,000. CMP should consider the future emissions benefits of reducing or eliminating this requirement for locomotive projects. |
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted | 2017-03-20 15:37:51 |
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